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Course Description
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Course Name
The Science and Practice of Coaching
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Host University
Kingston University
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Sport and Leisure Sciences, Sports Management
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Successful completion of introductory university level physical education studies.
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Credits
4 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Content:
This module introduces theories related to coaching and leadership roles in sport and
exercise, and it aims to create environments where students can develop their own
practical competencies in related coaching and leadership skills. It also aims to provide
students with the experiential basis necessary for them to appreciate and understand
sport as an academic subject.Topics covered may include:
? Overview of the coaching process, introducing the coaching cycle and its critical
components.
? Effective communication to individual and group.
? Group management, maintaining control of a group of athletes to monitor
adherence to a coaching session.
? Planning and organisation of physical activity sessions.
? Basic theories of human motor control and learning.
? Basic principles of training.
? Safety and first aid as an implicit part of running an effective coaching session.
The safety of the athletes and coaches must be shown in the planning process.
? Structural, technical and tactical aspects of selected sports.
? Practical sport and exercise leadership.Teaching: Lectures, seminars and coaching practical sessions
Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
? Exam: SAQ and essay (40%)
? Practical: Short coaching session (30%)
? Coursework: Report (30%)
STUDY OPTION 2:
? Coursework (Essay - 70%)
? Practical Exam (Coaching based - 30%)
STUDY OPTION 3:
? Practical Exam (Coaching Based - 50%);
? Exam (50%)Study Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer
Course Disclaimer
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